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The CPL Book Club

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room at Columbus Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Program:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Holiday Closing- Labor Day

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Holiday Closing- Labor Day

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Forts of the Missouri River Valley with Jeff Barnes

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
3rd Floor Community Room at Columbus Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults

FORTS OF THE MISSOURI RIVER VALLEY is a prequel to Jeff's Forts of Nebraska program, covering the early military fortifications built on the lands which became the territory and then the state of Nebraska.

Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: 3rd Floor Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

FORTS OF THE MISSOURI RIVER VALLEY is a prequel to Jeff's Forts of Nebraska program, covering the early military fortifications built on the lands which became the territory and then the state of Nebraska.

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Scams and Fraud Education with the NE State Attorney General's Office

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
3rd Floor Community Room at Columbus Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Program:

Fraud and financial scams continue to threaten Nebraskans, often causing not just monetary loss but also emotional and even physical harm—especially among older residents. 

Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: 3rd Floor Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Fraud and financial scams continue to threaten Nebraskans, often causing not just monetary loss but also emotional and even physical harm—especially among older residents. 

Staff Training Day

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Columbus Public Library
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Make a fall wall decoration!

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Creator Studio at Columbus Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program, Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Program:

Join our library staff for a creative workshop using our makerspace equipment to craft a fall-themed wall hanging. We will take a wooden "round", and decorate it with vinyl cut out with our Cricut, ribbon and other items.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Creator Studio
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program, Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our library staff for a creative workshop using our makerspace equipment to craft a fall-themed wall hanging. We will take a wooden "round", and decorate it with vinyl cut out with our Cricut, ribbon and other items.

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The CPL Book Club

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room at Columbus Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Program:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Closed for Donor Wall Reception 3-5pm

Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus Public Library
Closing
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Columbus Public Library
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Nebraskan Christian Fiction Author Mary Connealy

Sunday, October 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
3rd Floor Community Room at Columbus Public Library
Program Type:
Adult Program
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Program:

Nebraska Christian fiction author Mary Connealy will present, "The Perfect Storm: what made her start writing and where she gets her ideas".

Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: 3rd Floor Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Nebraska Christian fiction author Mary Connealy will present, "The Perfect Storm: what made her start writing and where she gets her ideas".

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The CPL Book Club

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room at Columbus Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Program:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Holiday Closing- Veterans Day

All Day
Columbus Public Library
Closing
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The CPL Book Club

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room at Columbus Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Program:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Holiday Closing- Thanksgiving

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Columbus Public Library

The Columbus Public Library closes at 5 pm on the eve before Thanksgiving. 

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The Columbus Public Library closes at 5 pm on the eve before Thanksgiving. 

Holiday Closing- Thanksgiving

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Holiday Closing- Thanksgiving

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Holiday Closing- Christmas Eve

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Columbus Public Library
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Holiday Closing- Christmas Day

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Holiday Closing- New Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Columbus Public Library
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Library Closing - New Years Day

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The CPL Book Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room at Columbus Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Program:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Holiday Closing- Presidents' Day

All Day
Columbus Public Library
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The CPL Book Club

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room at Columbus Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Program:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

The CPL Book Club logo

The CPL Book Club

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room at Columbus Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Program:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!